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Record 1 2014-10-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Microbiology and Parasitology
  • Epidemiology
CONT

In general, the bacteria that live on, or in, the human body are beneficial (commensal bacteria) and are essential for health. However, lurking among the commensal bacteria are pathogens which are commonly found in healthy individuals and are held in check by the commensals.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Microbiologie et parasitologie
  • Épidémiologie
CONT

Les bactéries qui vivent sur ou dans le corps humain sont généralement bénéfiques (commensales) et essentielles à la santé.

Spanish

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